Master in Digital Transformation

Master in Digital Transformation is one of 9 English-taught Computer Science & IT programmes at Master's Degree level in the register, offered by 6 institutions. 2 of them list an annual fee for students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland. 7 are recorded as free for EU, EEA and Swiss students.

What you study

The Master in Digital Transformation at the University of South-Eastern Norway (USN) focuses on how society, organisations and individuals use and shape technology, and how you can apply technology to your advantage. The programme covers management of information systems, aspects of change management and the use of technology. You will learn about current technology and reflect on how it is used in different contexts. The aim is to give you an understanding of how digitalisation of processes and services in the public and private sectors works, and how to put that understanding into practice. You will gain advanced insight into the relevant fundamental theory and study principal academic traditions in detail, applying that insight through in-depth study of related topics.

How the programme is organised

The programme is full time over two years, worth 120 ECTS. It is taught in English. The study plan sets out the content, structure and organisation of the programme, and each course has a course plan with a reading list. A study model shows which courses are taught in each term. The programme includes the option to take parts of it abroad through exchange agreements with foreign universities and colleges. The source page does not list specific courses or teaching methods beyond this structure.

Who it suits

This master's suits students with a bachelor's degree that includes at least 80 credits in information technology, information systems, management or other relevant subject areas. Relevant subject areas also include accounting and finance, business law and economics, economics, innovation and entrepreneurship, marketing, shipping and logistics, health informatics and health technology. You should also meet the English language requirements. The programme is for those who want to work with digitalisation and technology implementation in the public or private sector.

Admission, language and next steps

To apply, you need a bachelor's degree or equivalent education with a minimum of 80 credits in the areas listed above. You must also fulfil the English requirements. The university does not pre-approve courses or previous education; your qualifications are assessed only after you submit your application. Application deadlines: non-EU/EEA applicants may apply from 1 October to 15 November, and EU/EEA applicants from 1 February to 15 April. Check the programme page for full admission details and how to apply. Students from the EU/EEA and Switzerland are normally exempt from tuition fees at state institutions, while other degree students normally pay a fee set by the institution.

Master’s applications go straight to University of South-Eastern Norway, not through the national admission service (NUCAS). Study in Norway states that you need a bachelor’s degree comparable to a Norwegian bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS), including courses equal to at least one and a half years of full-time study relevant to the programme. The institution lists its deadline as: Non-EU/EEA applicants may apply from 1 October to 15 November. EU/EEA applicants may apply from 1 February to 15 April. The register shows 15 November 2026 as a deadline date for this programme. Deadlines are set by each institution for each programme, so confirm yours. Entry requirements and language tests are also set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, study permits and housing.